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28/03/2025 - Geopolitics and AI: Legal Risks for Critical Infrastructure

argument: Notizie/News - International Law

Source: Industrial Cyber

Industrial Cyber reports on the intersection of artificial intelligence, geopolitics, and cybersecurity, highlighting the legal and regulatory challenges for critical infrastructure protection. The article emphasizes that AI’s role in managing and securing critical infrastructure introduces significant legal risks related to data privacy, national security, and compliance with international laws. Key legal challenges include establishing liability for AI-driven security breaches, ensuring compliance with data protection regulations, and addressing the risks of AI being used for cyber warfare.

Legal experts argue that comprehensive regulatory frameworks are needed to govern AI’s use in critical infrastructure, focusing on transparency, accountability, and data security standards. The geopolitical implications of AI, particularly in the context of US-China and EU-Russia tensions, add complexity to the legal landscape. As AI’s role in cybersecurity expands, balancing innovation with robust legal safeguards will be essential to protect national and international security interests.